Phrase guide

crazy talk

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Speech or ideas that are viewed as irrational, absurd, wild, nonsensical or unrealistic.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, uncountable

Examples

  • She seriously wants to swim across the English Channel? Man, that's crazy talk.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Speech or ideas that are viewed as undesirably unoptimistic or self-deprecating.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, uncountable

Examples

  • Cut the crazy talk, you can definitely win the race!

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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